Custodian, Night

Custodian, Night

Purdue University Northwest

in Hammond, IN

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Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.00/hour

Posted: 06/24/2025

Category: Facilities Management

Overview of Custodian Nights

The Building Services department at Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Custodian to join our Hammond campus community. Our Custodial Staff play a pivotal role in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment by providing services for university classrooms, offices, research labs, and public spaces.

Pay:

$15.00/hour plus $.50 shift differential

Schedule:

Sunday through Thursday from 11:00pm to 7:30am

Duties and Responsibilities of Custodian Nights

Perform custodial duties which include but are not limited to:

Mopping, sweeping, scrubbing, s tripping, waxing, and buffing floors

Disinfecting toilets and sinks

Cleaning walls and washing windows

Operate and maintain power and non-power equipment including: Mops, shovels, brooms, pressure washers, scrubbers, power floor sweepers, shampoos, vacuums, high speed floor machines, buffers, walk behind floor machines and floor machine riders

Perform floor preparation, care and maintenance of public areas

Provide assistance as needed in setup of tables, chairs and other equipment to accommodate a wide variety of on campus event activities

Benefits of Custodian Nights

Full benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more

Ten paid vacation days first year of employment

Ten paid holidays

University paid and matching contribution to retirement

University contribution to Health Savings Account -

Plus, a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives

Employee Wellness Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit:

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

PNW sits between Chicago's skyscrapers and Lake Michigan's sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

Education of Custodian Nights

High School diploma/GED

Experience of Custodian Nights

No experience required

Previous custodial/janitorial experience preferred

Core Competencies of Custodian Nights

Ability to work individually or with others in a team-oriented environment with direct or minimum supervision

Ability to maintain constructive relationships/partnerships with co-workers

Ability to provide excellent service to internal and external customers

Must have basic computer skills

Ability to bend, kneel, climb a ladder up to 10 ft. high, and lift up to 60 lbs

Ability to work adjusted schedule dependent upon area of coverage and work overtime to meet the business needs of the University

Additional Information

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an EOE/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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